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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Archie Mitchell

Rishi Sunak tax cuts won’t ease burden, economists warn, as national insurance rate drops

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Rishi Sunak has been accused of giving tax cuts with one hand while taking with the other, as economists warn the impending national insurance cut will not ease the pressure on household finances.

The respected Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) said that personal taxes are rising, despite the PM’s much-hyped tax cuts, while think tank the Resolution Foundation said the lowest paid will face the biggest hit.

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